2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2000 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 49 L |
